This episode presents songs included in a theatrical performance by Joan Hess and Kirby Ward, a talented song-and-dance team who recently appeared with the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra in a two-hour revue, Dancing and Romancing.


Singing and Romancing

Tracing the career of a musical genius, starting with a recording session in 1924.

This Is Duke Ellington 1

Listeners are asked to identify singers who were associated with big bands during the mid-20th century.

Mystery Vocalist Contest

An interesting playlist results from selecting music strictly by chance.

Random Walk 14

Musical artists who have been singled out for their lifetime achievements.

Kennedy Center Honors 2

An annual event since 1978 honors individuals who have made a significant impact on the field of performing arts.

Kennedy Center Honors 1

More additions to the Miller Archives, thanks to a generous donation from a gentleman who had amassed a collection of LPs from the '50s and '60s.

New Acquisitions 5

A long-time listener provides a list of recordings he'd like to have with him if stranded on a desert island. The list includes tunes from more tha a few decades of the 20th century.

Programs